Who We Are

Since ESB was established in 1927, it has always endeavoured to bring light and energy to the people it serves, allowing individuals and communities to fulfil their potential in every walk of life.
This is achieved not only through the provision of critical energy infrastructure, but also through ESB's contribution to the economy in the form of investment, taxes, dividends and jobs.

Being Innovative

By investing in new technologies, forging partnerships across the globe and developing new solutions in our Innovation hub we are helping to build a brighter future. Explore our innovation site and join us on our journey to reinvent how we consume and manage our energy.

Acting Responsibly

ESB is a business built on the strength of its people. We are proactively embedding new safety, sustainability, people development and corporate responsibility strategies within our operations. Our objective is to be a positive and effective partner for each of our stakeholders, our staff, our customers, the communities in which we operate and for our environment.

Apprenticeships in ESB Networks

Are you interested in working in a challenging environment?

As an Apprentice Electrician/Network Technician, this programme offers you on the job learning as well as classroom based learning. You will benefit from varied work experience, working both indoors and outdoors. You will learn a variety of electrical and practical skills and you will obtain a QQI Advanced Level 6 Electrical Trade Certificate with a World Class Utility Company. ESB Networks DAC serves 2.3 million domestic and business customers in Ireland providing a safe and reliable electricity supply.

Each year, ESB Networks employ a number of Electrical Apprentices

Training commences in September 2018

Candidates must be over 16 years of age on 1st June 2018

For more information on how to apply, please click on the below link to our 'How to Apply' booklet

Candidates must have obtained the following minimum standards at the time of applying:

Junior Certificate (Ordinary Level)

Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level (or Grade D or higher at Higher Level) in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent) in the following subjects:

Irish or English 2) Mathematics 3) Science* 4) Any 2 other subjects

* If you have not obtained the required grade in Science, Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level in any one of the following subjects is acceptable: Technology, Art Craft and Design, Technical Graphics, Materials Technology (Wood), Home Economics or Metalwork

OR

Leaving Certificate

Grade D / O6 or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in the following subjects:

*If you have not obtained the required grade in any of the above Science subjects, the following is acceptable at Leaving Certificate Level (Grade D/O6 or higher at Ordinary Level) : Art, Construction Studies, Design and Communication, Graphics, Engineering, Home Economics, Technical Drawing and Technology.

Liam's Experience

“So
far I would say that it’s a great job if you like change and a challenge, no
two days are the same and
not a day goes by that you don’t learn something. It’s also a job that carries
great satisfaction, whether it’s
putting electricity into one new house or restoring power to 100 houses in the
middle of a storm, there is always a good
sense of achievement.”

Katie's Experience

“My
experience at this stage in my apprenticeship with the ESB has been nothing but
positive, educational
and enjoyable. My workmates and management have been extremely helpful by
passing on as much
knowledge and hands on skills as possible. I really enjoy the physical
and electrical aspect of my job. I would
highly recommend both young women and men to apply for this apprenticeship like I did, you will have
no regrets.”